The Connect NextGen Hackathon 2026

About

The Connect NextGen Hackathon 2026 is an exciting competition for early-stage tech startups in Nigeria, offering an 8-week acceleration program, mentorship from industry experts, funding opportunities, and valuable networking with investors and corporate partners, aimed at fostering innovation in various tech sectors.

Benefits

• 🎓Mentorship Program
  Access to an 8-week acceleration program with industry mentors
• 💰Funding Opportunities
  Potential access to funding and connections with investors
• 🌐Network Access
  Opportunities for media exposure and connections with government and corporate entities
• 🎤Exposure Opportunities
  Chance to participate in live pitching events

Eligibility Criteria

• Open to tech startups operating in Nigeria
• Must have a minimum viable product (MVP) and a practical application or pilot
• Teams must demonstrate gender diversity

Participation Commitments

• Must attend the acceleration program and related events in Nigeria
• Full-time commitment for the duration of the 8-week program

Target Sector

Focused on telecom, fintech, health tech, agri-tech, ed-tech, IoT, clean tech, AI/ML, and sustainability

Target Location

Open to startups in Nigeria